Islam teaches that Allah has sent divine scriptures to guide humanity. These holy books were revealed to different prophets, each containing the message of monotheism (Tawhid), righteousness, and morality. While the Qur’an is the final and preserved revelation, Islam also acknowledges earlier scriptures, including the Torah, Psalms, and Gospel.
But how do these books compare? Are they still authentic today? And why is the Qur’an considered the ultimate and unaltered word of God?
Let’s explore the Islamic perspective on holy books, their significance, and their role in guiding humanity in 2025 and beyond.
The Four Main Holy Books in Islam
The Qur’an mentions four major scriptures that were revealed before the final revelation:
| Holy Book | Prophet Who Received It | Current Status |
|---|
| Tawrat (Torah) | Prophet Moses (Musa, AS) | Altered over time |
| Zabur (Psalms) | Prophet David (Dawud, AS) | Lost or altered |
| Injil (Gospel) | Prophet Jesus (Isa, AS) | Altered over time |
| Qur’an | Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) | Preserved and unchanged |
The Qur’an confirms that these books were once true revelations, but over time, their original messages were lost or modified by human intervention.
Indeed, We sent down the Torah, in which was guidance and light.
-(Qur’an 5:44)
And We sent, following in their footsteps, Jesus, the son of Mary, confirming that which came before him in the Torah; and We gave him the Gospel…”
– (Qur’an 5:46)
However, since these books were not preserved in their original form, the Qur’an serves as the final, complete, and protected revelation from Allah.
The Torah (Tawrat)
📜 What was it?
The Torah was revealed to Prophet Moses (AS) and contained laws, moral guidance, and teachings about monotheism for the Children of Israel (Bani Israel).
📜 What happened to it?
- Over time, the Torah was altered by scribes and religious leaders.
- New versions and contradictions appeared, making it no longer the original revelation from Allah.
📜 The Qur’an confirms this alteration:
They distort words from their [proper] places and have forgotten a portion of that of which they were reminded…” (Qur’an 5:13)
📜 Is the modern Torah the same as the Tawrat?
No. The Torah followed by Jews and Christians today has undergone significant changes and no longer represents the original revelation given to Moses (AS).
The Psalms (Zabur)
What was it?
The Zabur was a book of prayers, wisdom, and praises revealed to Prophet David (Dawud, AS).
What happened to it?
- The original Zabur is lost, and what exists today in the Book of Psalms is believed to be a collection of altered hymns rather than the divine scripture.
The Qur’an mentions the Zabur:
And your Lord is most knowing of whoever is in the heavens and the earth. And We have made some of the prophets exceed others [in excellence], and to David We gave the Psalms.” (Qur’an 17:55)
Is the modern Book of Psalms the same as the Zabur?
No. The current Biblical Psalms have been edited and translated multiple times, losing their original divine purity.
The Gospel (Injil)
What was it?
The Injil (Gospel) was the divine message revealed to Prophet Jesus (Isa, AS), teaching monotheism, morality, and compassion.
What happened to it?
- The original Injil was lost, and after Jesus (AS) was raised to heaven, his followers wrote four different gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John).
- These were written decades after Jesus (AS) and do not match the original revelation.
- Christian doctrines, such as the Trinity and the divinity of Jesus, were later additions that do not align with Islam’s concept of monotheism.
The Qur’an confirms that Jesus (AS) only preached the worship of one God:
And [beware the Day] when Allah will say, ‘O Jesus, Son of Mary, did you say to the people, ‘Take me and my mother as deities besides Allah?’ He will say, ‘Exalted are You! It was not for me to say that to which I have no right…'” (Qur’an 5:116)
Is the modern Bible the same as the Injil?
No. The Bible has been modified and contains man-made doctrines rather than the original words of Jesus (AS).
The Qur’an
What is it?
The Qur’an is the last and final book revealed by Allah to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) over 23 years. It serves as:
A guide for all of humanity
A confirmation of previous scriptures
A correction of the alterations made in past books
How is it different from other scriptures?
Preserved and unchanged – The Qur’an has remained unaltered for over 1400 years.
Memorized by millions – Over 10 million people worldwide have memorized it completely.
Scientific accuracy – The Qur’an contains scientific facts that were only discovered recently.
📖 The Qur’an guarantees its own protection:
Indeed, We have sent down the Qur’an, and surely We will guard it (from corruption).” (Qur’an 15:9)
Why is the Qur’an important in 2025?
- In a world full of misinformation, the Qur’an provides unchanging truth.
- It offers spiritual guidance in an era of increasing materialism.
- Its teachings are more relevant than ever in promoting justice, peace, and morality.
The Qur’an is the Ultimate Guidance
While previous scriptures were once divine revelations, only the Qur’an remains preserved and unchanged.
The Tawrat, Zabur, and Injil were true messages but were altered over time.
✔ The Qur’an serves as the final, universal, and eternal guidance for all humanity.
✔ It provides answers to life’s deepest questions, even in the modern world.
No matter how much science, technology, and human knowledge advance, the Qur’an will always remain the ultimate source of truth and guidance.
Are we ready to explore its message with an open heart?
FAQs
1. Do Muslims believe in the Bible?
Muslims believe that God revealed divine scriptures to past prophets, but the current Bible is not the original Injil given to Jesus (AS).
2. Why was the Qur’an revealed if other books already existed?
Because the previous scriptures were altered over time, Allah sent the Qur’an as the final and preserved revelation.
3. Is there any evidence that the Qur’an is unchanged?
Yes! The Qur’an has remained identical for over 1400 years, with no changes in its text.
4. Can a non-Muslim read the Qur’an?
Yes! The Qur’an is a book for all of humanity, and anyone can read it to understand its teachings.
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